Piero Mazzilli — FIDE Master and Blitz Specialist
Piero Mazzilli is a FIDE Master known for razor-sharp blitz play and a taste for entertaining openings. On any given evening Piero will treat the clock like an unreliable roommate - cajoling it, racing it, and occasionally apologizing after a blunder. Preferred time control - Blitz - is where Piero really sings, mixing tactical fireworks with stubborn endgame technique.
Career Snapshot
Piero rose through online ranks with an aggressive repertoire and steady practical results. Their blitz record shows heavy activity and strong peaks - a testament to relentless training and many late-night sessions. Notable high points include peak ratings of 2549 (2026-02-28) and 2531 (2025-11-30). For a visual of the recent trajectory see:
- Rating chart (Blitz):
- Preferred time control: Blitz
Playing Style and Strengths
Piero combines tactical awareness with endurance. Opponents often find that games go long - Piero's average decisive game is deep into the middlegame or endgame. Key traits:
- Comeback specialist - high comeback rate under pressure
- Likes complex positions that reward calculation and nerve
- Endgame experience - many wins come after long fights
- Humor on the board: will occasionally sack a pawn for entertainment value
Favorite Openings
In blitz Piero frequently steers games into lines where practical chances and surprise value are high. Favorites include:
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation - a reliable weapon and frequent source of asymmetry
- Caro-Kann Defense - rock-solid and counterpunch ready
- Amar Gambit - spicy and decisive when it works
- French Defense and Modern setups for flexibility
Records, Streaks and Rivalries
Piero's competitive life online is full of momentum swings. A few highlights and quirks:
- Longest winning streak: 12 games
- Longest losing streak: 21 games - survived and learned
- Current winning streak: 2 games
- Most-played opponents include dragon84 - a classic rivalry (see profile Dragon84)
Sample Game
Enjoy a short illustrative blitz fragment. Tap to replay in a PGN viewer:
Why Follow Piero?
Piero Mazzilli is a FIDE Master whose blitz games are both instructive and entertaining. Chess students can learn about practical opening choices, defending under time pressure, and how to grind in long endgames. For fans, Piero offers a mix of creativity and resilience - so expect surprises, comebacks, and occasional cheeky sacrifices.
Want to study Piero's games? Start with their Alapin Sicilian and Amar Gambit encounters and watch how they turn chaos into wins.
Quick Facts
- Name: Piero Mazzilli
- Title: FIDE Master
- Preferred time control: Blitz
- Notable trait: excellent comeback ability and long-game endurance